Used Car Checklists

Used Lexus IS: Inspection checklist

Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 44 complaints across these 8 years; the 2022 drew the most.

Lexus IS

Choose a model year

IS generations and updates

First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.

  1. Third generation

    2014–2023

    2020 update: Restyled headlamps and full-width taillamps; Updated dashboard and center console; Revised suspension for improved performance; Introduced new tech features including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Mileages where IS problems start

From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.

Typical mileageProblemYear
5,000–20,000 milesTire alignment and wear issues2020
8,000–9,000 milesSuspension wear2022
10,000–12,000 milesMoon roof shattering2023

Every IS recall to confirm

2 recalls cover the ISyears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 1 campaign spans more than one model year.

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